Maine PFAS Fund Closes on Acquisition of Second Impacted Farm Property

AUGUSTA - The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) announced today that the Fund to Address PFAS Contamination (PFAS Fund) has completed the acquisition of a second Maine farm property impacted by PFAS contamination. The property, formerly operated as Songbird Farm and now referred to as Green Earth, was acquired through a collaborative process involving the State of Maine and the farm's current owner, Maine Farmland Trust (MFT). The purchase reflects Maines ongoing commitment to supporting farmers impacted by PFAS contamination while advancing long-term solutions for agriculture and public health. "We are approaching the future of this property thoughtfully and carefully," said PFAS Fund Director Beth Valentine . While no final plans have been established, the property may help support ongoing research and learning that could benefit Maine farmers and agricultural communities facing PFAS-related challenges. DACF is continuing to evaluate potential future uses for the property, including possible agricultural research opportunities related to the movement of PFAS through agricultural systems and land management practices. Maine Farmland Trust previously